This modern, waterfront hostel is located on the island of Ängö, 0.9 mi from Kalmar Central Station. It offers a guest kitchen, TV lounge and sauna. Private parking and Wi-Fi access are free. Wooden floors and work desks are standard in Vandrarhem Svanen’s bright rooms. All have shared showers in the hall. Some rooms feature a small, private toilet. Microwaves, fridges and an electric cooker are found in the kitchen. Guests can use the tea/coffee facilities or fix their own meals there. A laundry room and ironing equipment can also be accessed. Svanen Vandrarhem Hostel’s dining room overlooks the lake and hosts a popular breakfast buffet each morning. Staff can arrange canoe rentals on request.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Breakfast Info

Buffet


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.6
Free Wifi
8.1

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sissi
    Canada Canada
    The hotel is located conveniently outside old town of Kalmar. It is right by a nice walk by the sea with lots birds and swans. High recommend to go for a walk along the lake (sea). The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room and bedding are...
  • Arpad
    Romania Romania
    A twenty minute walk from Kalmar Centre, Svanen is well located and offers all the amenities that you need for a short stay. The room I stayed in was clean, internet worked well and there was a large common kitchen which I particularly...
  • Maria
    Sweden Sweden
    Very nice, clean and friendly staff. Close to the city center (about 1 km). Beautiful surroundings.
  • Mirjam
    Croatia Croatia
    Excellent service.easy communication.extremely clean cozy. Everything at hand.good walking distance from the city center. Great value for the money. I would love to stay there again.
  • Lai
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Everything was kept in good condition. Tidy and clean. Staff was helpful and cheerful. Breakfast was amazing with quite a lot of varieties.
  • Maria
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great service, staff was very friendly and had a great amount of space for the price
  • Traveller-sweden
    Sweden Sweden
    Very good hostel with excellent facilities such as kitchen with microwaves, fridges, electric stove, kettles and basic kitchen utensils. There was also a good common-area/lobby with TV and small library with storybooks, novels, board-games, etc....
  • Anna
    Germany Germany
    I was alone in a 4 person room, what I really appreciated after being on a long trip and felt ill. Staff was great, a lot of spare around, nature, silent, could see stars in the night, community kitchen was great and well equipped and clean. Nice...
  • Isabel
    Spain Spain
    Staff was really helpful as I had to check-in really late (my bus arrived at midnight). Everything was organised nicely, including questions about bedlinen or towels needed. As a consequence of checking in late, I was a bit late getting my room...
  • Dorothee
    Sweden Sweden
    It is as Swedish it can be. Close to the hostel is a homestead farm (museum) with a café, though even the hostel didn't serve breakfast, the café dit. It was also not too far away from supermarkets

Area info

Amenities of Vandrarhem Svanen
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.

  • Street parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Spa

  • Sauna
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Swedish

House rules
Vandrarhem Svanen takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
SEK 170 per child, per night
Crib upon request
SEK 140 per stay
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
SEK 170 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Vandrarhem Svanen requires that the credit card holder’s name matches the guest’s name on the booking confirmation. If you wish to book for another individual, please contact the property directly for further information after booking.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Vandrarhem Svanen of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Vandrarhem Svanen

  • Vandrarhem Svanen offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Canoeing
    • Bicycle rental
  • Check-in at Vandrarhem Svanen is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Vandrarhem Svanen can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet
  • Vandrarhem Svanen is 0.7 miles from the center of Kalmar. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,800 feet from Vandrarhem Svanen. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Vandrarhem Svanen may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.